“Architected Spaces,” a lecture at La Sala de Galisteo Arts Center, AUGUST 2 at 7 p.m. A personal look at Louis Kahn, architect. For info see lasaladegalisteo.org.

Bingo for the Band, AUGUST 2, THE Mountainair Mustang Band will hold a bing to support the program, 6-9 p.m. at the Mountainair Elementary School Gym. For info contact donna.deiner@gmail.com.

Free Family Night at the Estancia Aquatic Center, 6:15 to 9:15 p.m. AUGUST 3. Alcohol-free and drug-free event. For info call 505-705-0332. Sponsored by the Torrance County DWI Prevention Program. For info call 505-705-0332.

Money Matters: Series for financial wellbeing, at Bethel Community Storehouse. AUGUST 4, Credit Wise; AUGUST 25, Growing Savings; SEPTEMBER 15, Eliminating Debt; OCTOBER 13, Everyone Needs a Will. All classes held from 10 to 11 a.m. For info or to sign up, contact torrance@nmsu.edu, dberrien@nmsu.edu, or call 505-544-4333.

Moriarty Mini Comic Convention on AUGUST 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Moriarty Civic Center. $5 for ages 13 and up and free for 12 and under. For more information call 832-2513.

First-ever Moriarty Comic Con Ball, AUGUST 4 at the Moriarty Civic Center from 5 to 9 p.m. Free. Sponsored by the Torrance County DWI Prevention Program. For info call 505-705-0332.

Public Meeting regarding the Western Spirit Transmission Line Project, hosted by the State Land Office AUGUST 9 at Dr. Saul Community Center in Mountainair, from 5:30-7 p.m. For info, contact 505-827-3809 or cward@slo.state.nm.us.

Chuckwagon Dinner Show at Wildlife West Nature Park, 6 p.m. AUGUST 11. Dinner and music, plus admission to the park, is $27 for adults, $25 for seniors, $12 for children 5-11 and free for kids 4 and under. Reservations required. Call 505-281-7655.

The Edgewood Community Library Friends used book sale, AUGUST 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Book Barn. Used books, CDs, DVDs, and audio books. For info, nadine.zab@gmail.com.

Gran Quivira Astronomy Event, AUGUST 11 from 7-11 p.m. View dark skies on the evening before the peak of the Perseid meteor shower. Bring only red lights to preserve night vision and sturdy shoes. For info call 505-847-2400 or 505-847-2770.

Manzano Mountain Volunteer Sign Project, installing two new trail signs in the Manzano Mountain Wilderness Area, AUGUST 11 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Meet at Fourth of July Campground. This is an all-day event, with a 4-mile uphill hike and strenuous labor. Free breakfast, pack lunch. To sign up, email will@nmwild.org. Limited spots.

7th Annual Car Show, AUGUST 11 immediately after the Torrance County Fair parade at Estancia park, from 12-3 p.m. Line-up starting at 9 a.m. For info call Tommy at 505-384-2579.

Trail Work Days. Sandia Ranger District is looking for volunteers to help maintain the trails on AUGUST 18 at 9 a.m. Trail work volunteers will be meeting at the Tijeras Ranger Station. Dress in long pants and wear sturdy shoes. Bring water and snacks. Most workdays last until 3 p.m. For more information contact 505-281-3304 or jmmay@fs.fed.us.

Schwebach Farm 50th Anniversary Sweet Corn Festival and Family Dinner in the Field, AUGUST 18. For info call 505-832-6171.

Mountainair Sunflower Festival kicks off with an art opening and live Jazz, featuring beer and wine AUGUST 24, from 5-8 p.m. at MMAC Building in Mountainair. Benefits the Manzano Mountain Arts Council building fund.

Chuckwagon Dinner Show at Wildlife West Nature Park, 6 p.m. AUGUST 25. Dinner and music, plus admission to the park, is $27 for adults, $25 for seniors, $12 for children 5-11 and free for kids 4 and under. Reservations required. Call 505-281-7655.

The Edgewood Community Library Friends used book sale, AUGUST 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Book Barn. Used books, CDs, DVDs, and audio books. For info, nadine.zab@gmail.com.

Estancia Public Library after-school children’s program, and preschool storytime, with registration from AUGUST 27 to SEPTEMBER 7. Spaces limited. Free. For info call 505-384-9655.

Chuckwagon Dinner Show at Wildlife West Nature Park, 6 p.m. SEPTEMBER 1. Dinner and music, plus admission to the park, is $27 for adults, $25 for seniors, $12 for children 5-11 and free for kids 4 and under. Reservations required. Call 505-281-7655.

Sandia Ranger District is looking for volunteers to help maintain the trails on SEPTEMBER 15 at 9 a.m. Trail work volunteers will be meeting at the Tijeras Ranger Station. Dress in long pants and wear sturdy shoes. Bring water and snacks. Most workdays last until 3 p.m. For more information contact 505-281-3304 or jmmay@fs.fed.us.

Woofstock Pet Expo and Adoption Festival on SEPTEMBER 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Edgewood Soccer Comple. Shot clinic, adoptions, food, live music and animals. Well behaved animals on a leash are welcome. For more information contact the Town of Edgewood at (505)286-4518.

Second Annual Taste of the East Mountains at Legacy Church in Edgewood, a benefit for the East Mountain Regional Chamber of Commerce, on SEPTEMBER 29. Samples of locally produced goodies. Details TBA. For more, email info@eastmountainchamber.com.

Third Annual Bustin’ Clays event, benefits the Greater Edgewood Area Chamber, SEPTEMBER 29 at Founders Ranch. Team-building and networking. For info, director@edgewoodchambernm.com.

Trail Work Days. Sandia Ranger District is looking for volunteers to help maintain the trails on OCTOBER 20 at 9 a.m. Trail work volunteers will be meeting at the Tijeras Ranger Station. Dress in long pants and wear sturdy shoes. Bring water and snacks. Most workdays last until 3 p.m. For more information 505-281-3304 or jmmay@fs.fed.us.

East Torrance Soil & Water Conservation District’s 75th Anniversary and annual meeting, NOVEMBER 10 at 5 p.m. at 701 10th Street in Estancia.